Water Idioms

Replace the idioms in bold with their meanings.

1. My boyfriend and I had a big argument because he kissed another girl. We made up though and now it’s all water under the bridge.

2. When I was ten years old I got into hot water because I was caught stealing some apples.

3. I don’t agree with what the Prime Minister says about the transport system, his argument doesn’t hold water.

4. When I went into the pub it was full of old men and I felt like a fish out of water.

5. I am going to pass my driving test come hell or high water.

6. The plan to build a new school theatre is dead in the water now that the school is in financial difficulties.

7. Before I decided to become a full-time photographer, I tested the waters by doing a few projects to see if I’d enjoy the work.

8. My boss gives me so much to do that I have to work weekends just to keep my head above water.

a) no longer useful

b) get into trouble

c) manage

d) whatever happens

e) out of my comfort zone

f) in the past

g) have a go at something

h) is not based on reason

Answers:

1f 2b 3h 4e 5d 6a 7g 8c